Marie Martel
@mariefmartel.bsky.social
Lecturer at the University of Surrey. 🧠 Motor control 🤏 Multisensory integration 🧒 Development - Body representations - Dyspraxia - Autism
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🚨Do you have a child between 9 and 11 years old? Are you interested in helping #Science and understanding why some children #move differently? Join our online study that has two parts, one for the parent, one for the child, 20-30 min each.🚨
For more info: surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
For more info: surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
My study @surreypsychology.bsky.social @modilab-surrey.bsky.social is now live. Looking for typically developing children and children with #DCD / #Dyspraxia.
If you are a #School in Surrey, we can come to your classroom, please get in touch!
Please share widely 🙏
If you are a #School in Surrey, we can come to your classroom, please get in touch!
Please share widely 🙏
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New co-authored paper: research on the neural underpinnings of visuomotor adaptation in children with DCD, by Griet Warlop. Findings highlight the role of sensory prediction error sensitivity in motor difficulties. Check out the infographic by Griet, and the full article: doi.org/10.1016/j.ri...
November 24, 2025 at 12:28 PM
New co-authored paper: research on the neural underpinnings of visuomotor adaptation in children with DCD, by Griet Warlop. Findings highlight the role of sensory prediction error sensitivity in motor difficulties. Check out the infographic by Griet, and the full article: doi.org/10.1016/j.ri...
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the 4th Dyspraxia Awareness Day at St. Mary's Church, Guildford!🔷
Inspiring talks, powerful stories & insightful discussions on Dyspraxia💭
Check out the video to see a snippet of the day & stay tuned for next year's event!⭐
#Dyspraxia #Research
Inspiring talks, powerful stories & insightful discussions on Dyspraxia💭
Check out the video to see a snippet of the day & stay tuned for next year's event!⭐
#Dyspraxia #Research
November 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the 4th Dyspraxia Awareness Day at St. Mary's Church, Guildford!🔷
Inspiring talks, powerful stories & insightful discussions on Dyspraxia💭
Check out the video to see a snippet of the day & stay tuned for next year's event!⭐
#Dyspraxia #Research
Inspiring talks, powerful stories & insightful discussions on Dyspraxia💭
Check out the video to see a snippet of the day & stay tuned for next year's event!⭐
#Dyspraxia #Research
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Are you a TEACHER or TEACHING ASSISTANT?✏️🧑🏫
Help our colleagues at Manchester Met University understand awareness of special educational needs in schools by filling out this short questionnaire.
You could win one of three £20 Amazon vouchers!💸
Take part now: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Help our colleagues at Manchester Met University understand awareness of special educational needs in schools by filling out this short questionnaire.
You could win one of three £20 Amazon vouchers!💸
Take part now: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 13, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Are you a TEACHER or TEACHING ASSISTANT?✏️🧑🏫
Help our colleagues at Manchester Met University understand awareness of special educational needs in schools by filling out this short questionnaire.
You could win one of three £20 Amazon vouchers!💸
Take part now: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Help our colleagues at Manchester Met University understand awareness of special educational needs in schools by filling out this short questionnaire.
You could win one of three £20 Amazon vouchers!💸
Take part now: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Do you have or likely to have DCD/Dyspraxia? Are you 18+?
Take part in an international study exploring experiences of adults with DCD/Dyspraxia 🌍🧠
Click here: redcap.thekids.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=JH7PFR7NMCNRWDFT
We need your help! Make a difference today!☀️
Take part in an international study exploring experiences of adults with DCD/Dyspraxia 🌍🧠
Click here: redcap.thekids.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=JH7PFR7NMCNRWDFT
We need your help! Make a difference today!☀️
November 14, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Do you have or likely to have DCD/Dyspraxia? Are you 18+?
Take part in an international study exploring experiences of adults with DCD/Dyspraxia 🌍🧠
Click here: redcap.thekids.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=JH7PFR7NMCNRWDFT
We need your help! Make a difference today!☀️
Take part in an international study exploring experiences of adults with DCD/Dyspraxia 🌍🧠
Click here: redcap.thekids.org.au/redcap/surveys/?s=JH7PFR7NMCNRWDFT
We need your help! Make a difference today!☀️
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➗How does Dyspraxia/DCD impact maths performance?➕
Read more on our infographic below!
#Dyspraxia #DevelopmentalCoordinationDisorder #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Maths
Read more on our infographic below!
#Dyspraxia #DevelopmentalCoordinationDisorder #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Maths
October 10, 2025 at 1:22 PM
➗How does Dyspraxia/DCD impact maths performance?➕
Read more on our infographic below!
#Dyspraxia #DevelopmentalCoordinationDisorder #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Maths
Read more on our infographic below!
#Dyspraxia #DevelopmentalCoordinationDisorder #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Maths
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🌞Dyspraxia Awareness Day 2025🌞
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
October 1, 2025 at 1:28 PM
🌞Dyspraxia Awareness Day 2025🌞
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
Reposted by Marie Martel
🚨The MoDI Lab is now on Facebook! 🚨
We’ll be sharing more research highlights, resources and updates – come join our community:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
We’ll be sharing more research highlights, resources and updates – come join our community:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
October 9, 2025 at 11:02 AM
🚨The MoDI Lab is now on Facebook! 🚨
We’ll be sharing more research highlights, resources and updates – come join our community:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
We’ll be sharing more research highlights, resources and updates – come join our community:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?...
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↩️Curious about how Dyspraxia/DCD affects navigation?↪️
Take a look at this infographic created by our lab to find out more #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Navigation #Dyspraxia/DCD
Take a look at this infographic created by our lab to find out more #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Navigation #Dyspraxia/DCD
October 9, 2025 at 5:02 PM
↩️Curious about how Dyspraxia/DCD affects navigation?↪️
Take a look at this infographic created by our lab to find out more #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Navigation #Dyspraxia/DCD
Take a look at this infographic created by our lab to find out more #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek #Navigation #Dyspraxia/DCD
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💭Why is Dyspraxia often misunderstood? 💭
Find out the answer to that question and more in our latest blog #Dyspraxia/DCD #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/surr...
Find out the answer to that question and more in our latest blog #Dyspraxia/DCD #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/surr...
Why Dyspraxia Is Often Misunderstood
Dyspraxia affects one in 20 children but it is often overlooked and misunderstood. It affects movement and so much more.
www.psychologytoday.com
October 8, 2025 at 7:28 AM
💭Why is Dyspraxia often misunderstood? 💭
Find out the answer to that question and more in our latest blog #Dyspraxia/DCD #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/surr...
Find out the answer to that question and more in our latest blog #Dyspraxia/DCD #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/surr...
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🚶First up, what is Dyspraxia/DCD? 🚶
Check out this infographic designed by our lab earlier this year to learn more! What fact surprised you the most?
See below or read it here: drive.google.com/file/d/10hQM...
#Dyspraxia/DCD #Research #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
Check out this infographic designed by our lab earlier this year to learn more! What fact surprised you the most?
See below or read it here: drive.google.com/file/d/10hQM...
#Dyspraxia/DCD #Research #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
October 7, 2025 at 10:15 AM
🚶First up, what is Dyspraxia/DCD? 🚶
Check out this infographic designed by our lab earlier this year to learn more! What fact surprised you the most?
See below or read it here: drive.google.com/file/d/10hQM...
#Dyspraxia/DCD #Research #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
Check out this infographic designed by our lab earlier this year to learn more! What fact surprised you the most?
See below or read it here: drive.google.com/file/d/10hQM...
#Dyspraxia/DCD #Research #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek
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⭐It’s #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek – A chance to learn, share resources and raise awareness. We will be highlighting work from our lab this week so stay tuned and join the conversation! ⭐
October 6, 2025 at 2:55 PM
⭐It’s #DyspraxiaAwarenessWeek – A chance to learn, share resources and raise awareness. We will be highlighting work from our lab this week so stay tuned and join the conversation! ⭐
Reposted by Marie Martel
📢 Calling all with #DCD / #dyspraxia!
A colleague’s study is under way, but the dyspraxic group is underrepresented. Your voice matters! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your experiences.
A colleague’s study is under way, but the dyspraxic group is underrepresented. Your voice matters! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your experiences.
To do this, we're really keen to hear from adults in the UK identifying with #dyslexia, #DevLangDis, #dyspraxia and other #neurotypes - so please take our survey here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/THRIVEsurv...
Find out more about us here: ukyoungacademy.org/activities/t...
Find out more about us here: ukyoungacademy.org/activities/t...
THRIVE: Neurodivergence at work
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
www.smartsurvey.co.uk
October 2, 2025 at 10:15 PM
📢 Calling all with #DCD / #dyspraxia!
A colleague’s study is under way, but the dyspraxic group is underrepresented. Your voice matters! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your experiences.
A colleague’s study is under way, but the dyspraxic group is underrepresented. Your voice matters! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and share your experiences.
It is that time of the year again! Join us in Guildford on November 1st for a great event for people with #DCD / #Dyspraxia, professionals, teachers and parents or anyone curious about it!
#research #LivedExperience
#research #LivedExperience
🌞Dyspraxia Awareness Day 2025🌞
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
📅Saturday 1st November
🕑12-5pm
📍Guildford
➡️Register for FREE: www.eventbrite.com/e/1716366902...
This year's theme is 'Movement' - exploring the #science, experience and strategies around movement in #Dyspraxia/DCD. Come join us at this community event to learn more!
October 1, 2025 at 1:37 PM
It is that time of the year again! Join us in Guildford on November 1st for a great event for people with #DCD / #Dyspraxia, professionals, teachers and parents or anyone curious about it!
#research #LivedExperience
#research #LivedExperience
🚨DCD Research Recruitment 🚨
Together with @manmetuni.bsky.social , we are running a survey to gather #parents views on the support for #DCD/#dyspraxia provided by schools.
Parents of children who attend school and have a DCD diagnosis can take part
Access here: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Together with @manmetuni.bsky.social , we are running a survey to gather #parents views on the support for #DCD/#dyspraxia provided by schools.
Parents of children who attend school and have a DCD diagnosis can take part
Access here: mmu.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
September 26, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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🚨Do you want to join our online seminars?
Next month we have this amazing seminar with Anna and Noa!
Register to join, it’s free 🤓
#somatosensation
#interoception
#sensory
#body
#science
#neuroscience
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Next month we have this amazing seminar with Anna and Noa!
Register to join, it’s free 🤓
#somatosensation
#interoception
#sensory
#body
#science
#neuroscience
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
September 16, 2025 at 10:27 AM
🚨Do you want to join our online seminars?
Next month we have this amazing seminar with Anna and Noa!
Register to join, it’s free 🤓
#somatosensation
#interoception
#sensory
#body
#science
#neuroscience
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Next month we have this amazing seminar with Anna and Noa!
Register to join, it’s free 🤓
#somatosensation
#interoception
#sensory
#body
#science
#neuroscience
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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📅 Save the Date! 📅
Dyspraxia Awareness Day - 1 Nov 2025
St Mary’s Church, Guildford (UK)
Less than 2 months to go. Stay tuned for the program !
#Dyspraxia #DCD #Research #LivedExperience
Dyspraxia Awareness Day - 1 Nov 2025
St Mary’s Church, Guildford (UK)
Less than 2 months to go. Stay tuned for the program !
#Dyspraxia #DCD #Research #LivedExperience
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September 2, 2025 at 9:05 AM
📅 Save the Date! 📅
Dyspraxia Awareness Day - 1 Nov 2025
St Mary’s Church, Guildford (UK)
Less than 2 months to go. Stay tuned for the program !
#Dyspraxia #DCD #Research #LivedExperience
Dyspraxia Awareness Day - 1 Nov 2025
St Mary’s Church, Guildford (UK)
Less than 2 months to go. Stay tuned for the program !
#Dyspraxia #DCD #Research #LivedExperience
Reposted by Marie Martel
🚨Research Opportunity🚨
- Do you have a diagnosis of DCD/Dyspraxia or suspect you might have it? Are you 18 or older?
- Help us understand wellbeing in Dyspraxia/DCD
⭐️Take part by completing online questionnaires⭐️
surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
- Do you have a diagnosis of DCD/Dyspraxia or suspect you might have it? Are you 18 or older?
- Help us understand wellbeing in Dyspraxia/DCD
⭐️Take part by completing online questionnaires⭐️
surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
August 21, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🚨Research Opportunity🚨
- Do you have a diagnosis of DCD/Dyspraxia or suspect you might have it? Are you 18 or older?
- Help us understand wellbeing in Dyspraxia/DCD
⭐️Take part by completing online questionnaires⭐️
surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
- Do you have a diagnosis of DCD/Dyspraxia or suspect you might have it? Are you 18 or older?
- Help us understand wellbeing in Dyspraxia/DCD
⭐️Take part by completing online questionnaires⭐️
surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Last week, Judith @judithgentle.bsky.social presented her findings around #wellbeing in #DCD / #dyspraxia and discussed the implications of lack of #awareness
#DCDUK25
#DCDUK25
July 17, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Last week, Judith @judithgentle.bsky.social presented her findings around #wellbeing in #DCD / #dyspraxia and discussed the implications of lack of #awareness
#DCDUK25
#DCDUK25
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On our way to York for #DCDUK25. Not 1 but 3 presentations from our lab from Judith @judithgentle.bsky.social, Marie @mariefmartel.bsky.social and Lewis. Looking forward to see you there!!
@surreypsychology.bsky.social
@surreypsychology.bsky.social
July 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
On our way to York for #DCDUK25. Not 1 but 3 presentations from our lab from Judith @judithgentle.bsky.social, Marie @mariefmartel.bsky.social and Lewis. Looking forward to see you there!!
@surreypsychology.bsky.social
@surreypsychology.bsky.social
🚨 New paper out with Scott Glover @rhulpsychology.bsky.social @surreypsychology.bsky.social
We show that motor imagery is functionally distinct from physical action, supporting the #Motor #Cognitive model of motor #imagery.
Read the theoretical implications 👇
psycnet.apa.org/record/2026-...
We show that motor imagery is functionally distinct from physical action, supporting the #Motor #Cognitive model of motor #imagery.
Read the theoretical implications 👇
psycnet.apa.org/record/2026-...
APA PsycNet
psycnet.apa.org
July 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
🚨 New paper out with Scott Glover @rhulpsychology.bsky.social @surreypsychology.bsky.social
We show that motor imagery is functionally distinct from physical action, supporting the #Motor #Cognitive model of motor #imagery.
Read the theoretical implications 👇
psycnet.apa.org/record/2026-...
We show that motor imagery is functionally distinct from physical action, supporting the #Motor #Cognitive model of motor #imagery.
Read the theoretical implications 👇
psycnet.apa.org/record/2026-...
Reposted by Marie Martel
Our own @judithgentle.bsky.social was featured in the Times Educational Supplement @surreypsychology.bsky.social
Read about #DCD #dyspraxia 👇
www.tes.com/magazine/tea...
Read about #DCD #dyspraxia 👇
www.tes.com/magazine/tea...
DCD: the common SEND you’ve probably never heard of
Developmental coordination disorder (dyspraxia) affects as many children as ADHD but is widely misunderstood. So, what do teachers need to know about this condition?
www.tes.com
June 25, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Our own @judithgentle.bsky.social was featured in the Times Educational Supplement @surreypsychology.bsky.social
Read about #DCD #dyspraxia 👇
www.tes.com/magazine/tea...
Read about #DCD #dyspraxia 👇
www.tes.com/magazine/tea...
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Less than 3 weeks before #BRNet2025 in Utrecht! 😍
Conference booklet and final schedule are now available: bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com/brnet/genera...
Conference booklet and final schedule are now available: bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com/brnet/genera...
2025 Conference | brnet
bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com
June 13, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Less than 3 weeks before #BRNet2025 in Utrecht! 😍
Conference booklet and final schedule are now available: bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com/brnet/genera...
Conference booklet and final schedule are now available: bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com/brnet/genera...
🧠 Understanding #Dyspraxia: Insights for Employers & Educators
📍 Brunel University London
🗓 8 July | 3:30–6:30 PM
🎟️ Free event – register: shorturl.at/0RqJT
Join us for research insights, personal stories & the premiere of Dys is Me 🎬
📍 Brunel University London
🗓 8 July | 3:30–6:30 PM
🎟️ Free event – register: shorturl.at/0RqJT
Join us for research insights, personal stories & the premiere of Dys is Me 🎬
June 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🧠 Understanding #Dyspraxia: Insights for Employers & Educators
📍 Brunel University London
🗓 8 July | 3:30–6:30 PM
🎟️ Free event – register: shorturl.at/0RqJT
Join us for research insights, personal stories & the premiere of Dys is Me 🎬
📍 Brunel University London
🗓 8 July | 3:30–6:30 PM
🎟️ Free event – register: shorturl.at/0RqJT
Join us for research insights, personal stories & the premiere of Dys is Me 🎬
Reposted by Marie Martel
1/ What causes acquired aphantasia? Our new preprint shows links to affective conditions, early life adversity, neurodevelopmental traits, and increased autonomic reactivity, pointing to an affective-autonomic pathway
#aphantasia #MentalHealth #interoception
#aphantasia #MentalHealth #interoception
June 5, 2025 at 10:48 AM
1/ What causes acquired aphantasia? Our new preprint shows links to affective conditions, early life adversity, neurodevelopmental traits, and increased autonomic reactivity, pointing to an affective-autonomic pathway
#aphantasia #MentalHealth #interoception
#aphantasia #MentalHealth #interoception
Trying to keep the kids busy? Sign up now 👇👇👇
🌞 Happy half-term! Here’s a fun activity you can do with your child aged 9-11! You can help #science and take part in #research! 🌞
Join our online study that has two parts, one for the parent, one for the child, 20-30 min each.
More info here: surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Join our online study that has two parts, one for the parent, one for the child, 20-30 min each.
More info here: surreyfahs.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
May 27, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Trying to keep the kids busy? Sign up now 👇👇👇